Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick
Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Wick · 0.5 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
Wick Martyr's Free Church is located at postcode KW1 5EY in the Scottish Highlands. The nearest railway station is Wick, which is 0.5 km away. Entry to the church is free.
About
Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick is a category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB42325). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 15/08/1979 Local Authority Highland Planning Authority Highland Burgh Wick NGR ND 36408 50596 Coordinates 336408, 950596 — Dated 1839. Rectangular plan with later porch and 2 bay return to Malcolm Street. Harled, rusticated quoins, raised decorated margins; all dressings finely rendered; rubble south gable lit by 2 long windows. Single windows flanking porch, blind window above; ground and 1st floor windows (to light galleried interior) to Dempster Street all with diminutive lying-pane glazing. Rubble wall, low and coped toSinclair Terrace with cast-iron railing. — Corner site with Malcolm Street, Ecclesiastical building in use as such. Date on front (north) apex finial. Originally Reformed Presbyterian Church; 1876 Martyrs Free Church 1900 UF Church. Interesting historically as early place of worship for earl reformed congregation.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Wick Heritage Centre showcases the history of Wick through a variety of furnished rooms filled with authentic household items. Visitors can explore the museum's displays, the garden, and the Isabella Fortuna, which all provide insights into the town's past.
Place summary
Wick Martyr's Free Church is a church located on Sinclair Terrace in Wick, within the Scottish Highlands. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 58.4390, -3.0909
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 5EY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Phone
- 01955 605205
- Nearest railway station
- Wick — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 10am with last entry 3.45 pm
- Official site
- www.wickheritage.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q17825326 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick?
- Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 5EY).
- What is Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick?
- Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW1 5EY.
- Is Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick a listed building?
- Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick free to visit?
- Yes, Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wick Martyr's Free Church, Sinclair Terrace, Wick?
- The nearest railway station is Wick, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 5EY.